Based on the format of the City and Guilds functional skills, this paper is a 'speech' but can be adapted to an email, lette ror newsletter. Bench tested - it works well.

Working in adult education it is really difficult to find mature looking worksheets. Learners have, in the past, expressed disdain at the worksheets from books or that I have found on the web, so as a result I have started writing my own. This is based on the C&G format to give continuity. I will be looking at the other formats (NOCN etc) in due course. It is more robust than a current sample paper and could be considered a very basic level 2 worksheet, however, I have only tested this on level 1 learners. The learning objective is to give the more mature student a subject that they may be able to engage with better than those that are currently on offer. It tests the basics of punctuation, grammar and spelling (marking is up to you!) and will give you a good idea of where the learner is in regard to close to sample paper or in need of more work. I am also looking at writing alternative questions for existing pieces which will be free to all to extend the very sparse adult education sector. You can adjust the worksheet to suit your needs even though it is a read only file.

Two for one here. Question 1 is a letter of complaint with question 2 being a letter of praise, positive and negative writing techniques can be exercised with these questions. Can be changed to email if required.

Entry level 3 writing paper. Learner is asked to write an email asking for details on a bus tour.

Fucntional skills EL3 writing paper. Can be changed to a letter, it is your choice.

Hints and tips on how to create your first CV. Easy to read, easy to follow and a great way to encourage students/adults to attempt a CV without constraints, expectation or rigid formatting. Tested and it works well with people who are nervous about their first attempt. No templates, just a ‘freehand go’ at a CV. Any age that is looking at their first CV

Level 2 writing task for functional skills/TEFL/ESOL This could be for more mature students due to the ‘age’ of the film! This was written for a very disengaged learner using different films to try and peak their interest. Sci-fi fans will enjoy this! Enjoy :)

Environmental Awareness exercise that can be used for a whole day of exercises two weeks leading up to World Environment Day on June 5th 2024 Incorporating English and research skills, this Environmental activity covers recycling, wildlife, the area we live in, food waste and weather. There are different activities including a reading and research exercise and a word search. This can used for students from year 7 to adult learners who are interested in the environment. There is no mark scheme with this resource.